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January 2022

Throne carved into a tree A throne carved into a tree trunk in Kendal, England. It was sculpted by artist Andy Levy in 2012 with a chainsaw and chisel into the stump of a blown down beech tree. The intricate details repres… Discussion Throne carved into a tree 1 Like Ciquapa The ciguapa is a creature of the Dominican Republic. She is clothed in nothing but her hair. The ciguapa is said only to be able to chirp, not talk. Locals say she will seduce men who see her as be… Discussion Ciquapa 1 Like

December 2021

Perception Inspirations Perception Today's Inspiration A simple shift in attitude can help us recognize the hidden potential for fulfillment in every event. There is no secret recipe for happiness and con… Discussion Perception 3 Likes Recommendation RECOMMENDATION by Thich Nhat Hanh Promise me, promise me this day, promise me now, while the sun is overhead exactly at the zenith, promise me: Even as they strike you down with a mountain of hatre… Discussion Recommendation 2 Likes

November 2021

Light a Candle Throughout the world, lighting candles is a sacred ritual. We light a candle for many purposes: to illuminate darkness, dedicate prayers, solidify intentions, offer blessings, evoke Spirit, and/or to… Discussion Light a Candle 1 Like

August 2021

Wealth Is Neutral Inspirations Wealth Is Neutral Today's Inspiration As a form of potential energy that empowers us to generate change, money is neither good nor bad. At its most basic, money is a tool that ena… Discussion Wealth Is Neutral 1 Like

June 2021

The Summer Solstice Inspirations The Summer Solstice Today's Inspiration Summer solstice represents a time to reflect upon the blessings we have received in seasons past and look toward new growth. On the longest… Discussion The Summer Solstice 2 Likes

May 2021

Living A Day In Grace Inspirations Living A Day In Grace Today's Inspiration Grace exists in all situations and in every moment, yet all too often we may overlook its presence. Grace is always with us. It flows lik… Discussion Living A Day In Grace 2 Likes Holding Space for Others Inspirations Holding Space for Others Today's Inspiration When we hold space for someone, we offer to be a container for the overwhelming feelings they may be encountering We have all been cal… Discussion Holding Space for Others 3 Likes

April 2021

Flavors of Life Inspirations Flavors of Life Today's Inspiration When we grow our food, we participate more fully in nature's cycles and form a closer bond with Mother Earth. Growing a garden of food at home i… Discussion Flavors of Life 1 Like Loving What You Hate Inspirations Loving What You Hate Today's Inspiration Hatred cannot help but be transformed in the presence of love. Hatred can be irrational, and it has a greater impact on the individual who… Discussion Loving What You Hate 3 Likes The Sunlight of Awareness Shine the warm light of awareness on your thoughts and feelings Observe the changes that take place in your mind under the light of awareness. Even your breathing has changed and become “not-two” (I… Discussion The Sunlight of Awareness 3 Likes

February 2021

Cutting Cords Inspirations Cutting Cords Today's Inspiration Sometimes the emotions we are feeling belong to the person we are in a connection with, and an energetic cord must be severed. In every relationsh… Discussion Cutting Cords 3 Likes Putting Power in Perspective Inspirations Putting Power in Perspective Today's Inspiration You create better energy when you are FOR something, rather than AGAINST something. As human beings, we cannot help but be subject… Discussion Putting Power in Perspective 2 Likes

January 2021

wonderful world - shown to us by a beautiful… Discussion wonderful world - shown to us by a beautiful… 4 Likes

October 2020

Dear Sangha, there is word our teacher Thich… From the Thich Nhat Hanh Community page: Dear Sangha, there is word our teacher Thich Nhat Hanh has stopped eating. There are a number of his monks traveling to him now in Vietnam to be in his pre… Discussion Dear Sangha, there is word our teacher Thich… 3 Likes

May 2020

COVID-19: SIGN THE CALL FOR GLOBAL CEASEFIRE! António Guterres, UN Secretary General: "Our world faces a common enemy: COVID-19. The virus does not care about nationality or ethnicity, faction or faith. It attacks all, relentlessly. Meanwhile,… Discussion COVID-19: SIGN THE CALL FOR GLOBAL CEASEFIRE! 5 Likes

March 2020

The film changing lives in the Indian Himala… Discussion The film changing lives in the Indian Himala… 2 Likes Gaia: The Ashram in the Clouds Gaia: The Ashram in the Clouds THE PEPSI HR CONSULTANT WHO GAVE IT ALL UP TO LIVE ON A MOUNTAIN Tucked away above the quiet terraced town of Kookal, Tamil Nadu (South India), one finds a true sanctua… Discussion Gaia: The Ashram in the Clouds 1 Like Plant Medicine Highlights - Embracing Earth'… Discussion Plant Medicine Highlights - Embracing Earth'… 1 Like forest bathing This small forest in Shaftesbury, England, is perfect for a meditative stroll—especially during bluebell season. Whether you call it a fitness trend or a mindfulness practice (or a bit of both), what… Discussion forest bathing 1 Like